Creighton University senior Lauren Jensen has been honored with the prestigious 2023-24 BIG EAST Sport Excellence Award for Women’s Basketball. This award recognizes not only her outstanding athletic achievements but also her academic excellence and commitment to community service. Jensen’s impressive performance during the 2023-24 season, where she led the Bluejays in points, assists, and rebounds, solidified her as a deserving recipient of this prestigious award.
Throughout the season, Jensen showcased her skills on the court, leading the team with 558 points and averaging 17.4 points per game. Additionally, she contributed 98 assists and grabbed 119 rebounds, demonstrating her versatility and leadership on the court. Her stellar performance earned her a spot on the All-BIG EAST First Team for the 2023-24 season, further highlighting her talent and dedication to the sport.
The BIG EAST Sport Excellence Awards are presented to student-athletes who have excelled in academics, athletics, and community service. To be eligible for this award, student-athletes must have achieved junior academic standing and maintained a minimum cumulative grade-point average of 3.00. The winners are selected by the BIG EAST Faculty Athletics Representative Council, ensuring that only the most deserving candidates receive this prestigious honor.
Seton Hall University led the way with four honorees, followed by Xavier and Villanova, each with three recipients. Five student-athletes, including Butler’s Emily Landwehr, Georgetown’s Julia Leas, Marquette’s Max Lyons, Providence’s Josh Lewin, and Xavier’s Erin Kim, boasted an impressive undergraduate GPA of 3.9 or higher. This demonstrates the exceptional academic achievements of student-athletes within the BIG EAST conference.
While only one student-athlete is selected as the winner in each sport category, the selection process is undoubtedly challenging for the FAR Council, as all nominees represent exceptional student-athletes who excel in academics, service, and athletics. These individuals serve as outstanding representatives of their schools and the conference, embodying the values of dedication, hard work, and excellence.
For more information on the 2023-24 Sport Excellence Award winners, interested individuals can visit each school’s respective website. The list of winners includes student-athletes from various sports, showcasing the diverse talents and achievements within the BIG EAST conference. From baseball to volleyball, these student-athletes have demonstrated their commitment to excellence both on and off the field.
In conclusion, Lauren Jensen’s recognition with the 2023-24 BIG EAST Sport Excellence Award for Women’s Basketball is a testament to her exceptional talent, hard work, and dedication. Her achievements on the court, in the classroom, and in the community exemplify the values of the BIG EAST conference and serve as an inspiration to aspiring student-athletes. Congratulations to all the winners of the Sport Excellence Awards for their outstanding accomplishments and contributions to their respective sports and communities.